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- Thu Oct 05, 2023 7:26 am
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Have we seen the end of built-in Traffic information?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1066
Re: Have we seen the end of built-in Traffic information?
I just use the Sat Nav screens as installed in the Passat and yes I did pay for a further 2 years to enable it to continue to receive data and updates - the maps are updated regularly. I find the traffic info pretty accurate. It is not via a connected mobile. if you don't use the traffic info, I wo...
- Wed Oct 04, 2023 8:54 pm
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Have we seen the end of built-in Traffic information?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1066
Re: Have we seen the end of built-in Traffic information?
I'm getting traffic info in the traffic menu, i don't have a subscription. I think it picks up the data from FM RDS.
Doesn't show busy roads on the sat nav though, I use google nav on android auto instead
Doesn't show busy roads on the sat nav though, I use google nav on android auto instead
- Mon Oct 02, 2023 7:14 pm
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Carplay . . .
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1776
Re: Carplay . . .
Have a look at the link. You'll need PC and a blank SD card for them to do the work. No cable or coding necessary, they do all that.
- Mon Oct 02, 2023 4:38 pm
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Carplay . . .
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1776
Re: Carplay . . .
You're in luck! Yorkshire VAG Solutions can do it remotely for £80. No replacement of the unit necessary.
https://yorkshirevagsolutions.co.uk/pro ... activation
- Mon Oct 02, 2023 3:01 pm
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Carplay . . .
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1776
Re: Carplay . . .
mrderv, Thank you for replying! I thought that may be the case . . . Silly question:- I have a VCDS cable (bought for a T6.1 campervan) and can make amendments to the can-bus computer. Is this simply a computer tweak or do I have to buy the CarPlay software (by way of an enablement code)? I'll go g...
- Mon Oct 02, 2023 12:17 pm
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Carplay . . .
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1776
Re: Carplay . . .
Its an optional feature, activated through a dealer using a feature enablement code. It wasn't supplied as standard. Press and hold the menu button on the infotainment screen for 5 seconds, then select Software (top option). Reply back here with the top line. It'll look something like this. There ar...
- Sat Sep 23, 2023 8:25 pm
- Forum: I.C.E
- Topic: VW Connect / Car Net
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2408
Re: VW Connect / Car Net
It can be done. Look up Yorkshire VAG Solutions, they can do it remotely
- Mon Sep 18, 2023 8:16 pm
- Forum: I.C.E
- Topic: VW Connect / Car Net
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2408
Re: VW Connect / Car Net
Hi. First time post. I recently bought a 2018 Passat Estate with the updated infotainment system. I'm having trouble setting up voice control. Apparently this has to be done through the We Connect app. The problem I have is basically when I try to set it up it says its not set up so I'm going round...
- Mon Sep 18, 2023 12:05 am
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Slider Pin Orientation
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1262
Re: Slider Pin Orientation
From the above photo, it looks as if the slide pin with the sleeve on is fitted at the top. My reason for questioning is that on my Passat B8 2016 they were top on one side and bottom on the other. 🤔 Brilliant photos and help thank you. Should be bottom in that pic. The giveaway is the bleed nipple...
- Wed Sep 13, 2023 11:37 am
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Panoramic sunroof service interval.
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1176
Re: Panoramic sunroof service interval.
Bit of trivia maybe? Am I the only owner who wasn't aware there is a 3-year panoramic sunroom service interval? Had mine in for its MOT yesterday, while waiting I asked the dealer if/when I should re-grease the sunroof, he had a look and told me there is an actual service schedule for it. The work ...
- Tue Sep 12, 2023 8:20 am
- Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
- Topic: ULEZ Zones
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1186
Re: ULEZ Zones
How is it that, as a matter of 'principle' high-polluting vehicles must be kept out of the city.... yet if the driver hands over money suddenly the problem goes away? This approach does nothing for the credibility of environmental claims and undermines any good intent made in its name, whether that...
- Mon Sep 11, 2023 7:27 am
- Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
- Topic: ULEZ Zones
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1186
Re: ULEZ Zones
If you've no need to go into a zone, just keep it. If and when you have to go into it, its a one-off charge. Pointless getting rid if there's absolutely nothing wrong with the car. You're right though, the market will be flooded with non-compliant cars soon. Perfectly roadworthy and reliable cars be...
- Thu Aug 31, 2023 7:59 am
- Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
- Topic: Passat B7 estate towbar fitting guide
- Replies: 28
- Views: 22609
Re: Passat B7 estate towbar fitting guide
I have a 2014 passat Alltrack with a factory fitted electric folding towbar. Connected my trailer upto it the other day and the right trailer indicator isn't working when connected. Could someone please offer advice on how to locate the box or where it would be connected to to check if the cable is...
- Mon Aug 21, 2023 2:28 pm
- Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
- Topic: 2012 B7 2.0Tdi TPMS Issues, What Are My Options?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1230
Re: 2012 B7 2.0Tdi TPMS Issues, What Are My Options?
If you can get hold of a part number from one of the existing sensors, you might find them cheaper online. Here's one for example (may not be the same as yours) https://carpartsstore.co.uk/product/tpms-sensor-volkswagen-passat-december-2010-until-july-2014-pre-programmed-tyre-pressure-monitor-system...
- Wed Aug 16, 2023 3:58 pm
- Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
- Topic: 2012 B7 2.0Tdi TPMS Issues, What Are My Options?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1230
Re: 2012 B7 2.0Tdi TPMS Issues, What Are My Options?
Yep, no coding required. They'll have to be VW genuine sensors though
- Wed Aug 16, 2023 11:01 am
- Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
- Topic: 2012 B7 2.0Tdi TPMS Issues, What Are My Options?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1230
Re: 2012 B7 2.0Tdi TPMS Issues, What Are My Options?
Option 1, replace the sensors. They are not coded for which corner they are installed to, so no coding required. I found this out on my old B7 when i fitted the full size spare once, it picked up the sensor in it no problem, and showed on the correct corner in the display.
- Thu Aug 03, 2023 12:41 pm
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Ad blue....again
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1221
Re: Ad blue....again
What engine and power output do you have?
- Tue Jul 25, 2023 8:56 am
- Forum: INTRODUCTIONS & NEWBIES
- Topic: VW Passat B8 Reversing camera problem
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1218
Re: VW Passat B8 Reversing camera problem
It'll just need a wipe. Turn on the ignition (press start, foot off clutch/brake, engine not running) Press the parkpilot button (which should activate the camera). If this does not work or you don't have park pilot, engage reverse (with engine off, ensure parking brake is on) Camera should pop out ...
- Mon Jul 24, 2023 5:34 pm
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Activating Apple Car Play
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1302
- Mon Jul 24, 2023 2:25 pm
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Activating Apple Car Play
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1302
Re: Activating Apple Car Play
Installed SW Train Version: MST2_EU_VW_ZR_PO137T Installed SW MU Version: 0137 Part Number: 3Q0035874 Software version: H21.51.1_STD2Nav_EU I'm afraid its not possible to do it on your unit. I've asked the question over on the Passat B8 UK group on FB, there's a retrofit company Yorkshire VAG Solut...
- Mon Jul 24, 2023 12:31 pm
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Activating Apple Car Play
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1302
Re: Activating Apple Car Play
So now I’m concerned Apple CarPlay is not available on my infotainment system as only shows MirrorLink. Is the car capable of Apple CarPlay? If not can I upgrade to an infotainment system that has Apple CarPlay? Press and hold the menu button, then select Software (top option. Reply back here with ...
- Thu Jul 20, 2023 7:37 pm
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Sat nav address input options
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1157
- Thu Jul 20, 2023 10:04 am
- Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
- Topic: Passat B8 multi media replacement (£6500 from VW)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1097
Re: Passat B8 multi media replacement (£6500 from VW)
Speak to Yorkshire VAG Solutions, very reputable company
- Thu Jul 20, 2023 8:44 am
- Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
- Topic: Tyre problem ?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1301
Re: Tyre problem ?
Thanks for your input. I only have the small dust caps on each wheel but I have today seen on the internet that there some monitoring devices that affix to each wheel that replace the small dust caps. I presume these are wireless ? :-?? At present in the car I only have the fault code and dash ligh...
- Wed Jul 19, 2023 12:21 pm
- Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
- Topic: Tyre problem ?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1301
Re: Tyre problem ?
Since I replaced my automatic B6 Highline estate for a manual B6 Highline estate, I have a warning light on the dash indicating a tyre pressure problem. I have replaced both front tyres and checked pressures (both OK). I tried to remove the fault code without success and I can't see any unusual wir...